By Karen D. Lorentz   Courtesy Okemo Ski Resort   March and April can be the “kindest months” for skiers and riders. Most years the longer and sunnier days soften the snow, and the fun kicks up into celebration mode with special events. March 9-10 This weekend, Magician Tom Joyce will entertain for après time…

Courtesy Killington SheJumps is holding a day celebrating women and the great outdoors at Get the Girls Out! Event participation is free and there will be special discounts on skiing lessons and rental gear.   Friday, March 8—KILLINGTON— Join SheJumps as we celebrate Get the Girls Out!, a nationwide campaign uniting women and girls—transgender and cisgender—as well as…

Railroad Earth makes their long-awaited return to Vermont, all while making their debut at the Parmount Theatre in Rutland. You can catch them this Friday March 8, a rescheduled show from November. The band is in their 24th year, with 25 just around the corner. I’ve seen the band four or so times but the…

Beginning Friday, March 8 at 7 p.m., on International Women’s Day, Missy Raines and her band Allegheny take the stage touring Raines' new album, "Highlander."Missy Raines is a trailblazer in bluegrass music,  an industry dominated by male performers. She is the most awarded bass player in the history of the International Bluegrass Music Association with…

Saturday, March 9 at Noon—RUTLAND—The Chaffee Art Center,  16 So. Main St., Rutland, will showcase young artists in grades PreK-12 from Vermont schools and homeschoolers for Chaffee Art Center's annual student exhibit, “A Kaleidoscope of Art.” There will be lite refreshments and no charge for admittance.  The Chaffee Art Center presents the opportunity for the…

Saturday, March 9 at 2 p.m.—WOODSTOCK—The Friends of the Norman Williams Public Library (NWPL), 10 The Green, Woodstock, announce their anticipated Annual Spring Piano Duet Concert, scheduled for March 9, 2-3 p.m. This musical event promises an afternoon filled with piano performances and group activities for music enthusiasts of all ages. The concert will feature…

Courtesy TedX Thursday, March 7 at 4 p.m.—WOODSTOCK—- Norman Williams Public Library, 10 The Green, Woodstock, invites the community to an event offering insights into the making of a TEDx talk, featuring previous speaker Adrian Tans, Woodstock’s  "town smiler" and youth services librarian at NWPL, along with Deborah Greene, the executive director of TEDxHartlandHill Conference.…

Courtesy Frenchy and Balloo's Courtesy Cabot Creamery Courtesy Long Trail   Friday, March 8—KILLINGTON—Get ready for a culinary experience as Ski Vermont's Specialty Food Day returns to Killington Resort, now located outside of the K-1 Lodge, 4763 Killington Road, Killington. This pop-up farmer’s market style event showcases all the unique things that Vermont has to…

Thursday, March 7 at 7 p.m.—KILLINGTON—The Pickle Barrel Nightclub, 1741 Killington Road, Killington presents Zach Nugent and Dead Set. Dead Set is more than just a cover band; they are an ensemble that brings the Grateful Dead’s timeless music to life with precision and passion. Dead Set channels the spirit of Jerry Garcia featuring Nugent’s…

Midnight sky, Sphere glows bright Cast ethereal beams at night. Full moon gleaming satellite Set controls for patterned flight Captive sight, Cosmic trance, Darkness brightened, glow enhanced. Guiding souls From distance far Guarding dreams Where light is sparce Through darks embrace On endless days Captivating lunar phase. The full moon has been quite noticeable the…

Submitted James Webb Space Telescope Thursday, Feb. 29 at noon—RUTLAND— Adults are invited to embark on a journey into the unknown with Robert Black, artist Robert Black, collagist, photographer, and architect, for a series of talks and hands-on sessions centered around the theme "One Giant Leap for Humanity." In these engaging sessions, participants will explore…

Sunday, March 3 at 3 p.m.—RUTLAND—The Vermont Symphony Orchestra (VSO) invites audiences to embark on a musical journey with its "The Hollywood Sound" concert. Held at The Paramount Theatre, 30 Center St., Rutland,  this event celebrates the iconic film scores that have shaped cinematic experiences over the past 80 years. Under the baton of VSO…

Courtest BarnArts BarnArts Center for the Arts is hosting its second Community Contra Dance on March 1 at Barnard Town Hall. The event  features a potluck, dancing, and music by Blind Squirrel. Participants are welcome of all ages and experience levels, and partners are encouraged to mix and swap. The event is free, and donations…

Courtesy The Zoo The Zoo, a popular nightclub band, will perform at Pickle Barrel Nightclub in Killington on March 2. The band, known for their versatility, has performed at events like the New York Islander and the NHL's Winter Classic. Saturday, March 2 at 8 p.m.—KILLINGTON—Why would anyone remember June 12, 1994? Well, that’s the…

Courtesy paramount Theatre Mark Forward   Wednesday, Feb. 28 at 8 p.m.—RUTLAND—Fans of the hit Canadian sitcom "Letterkenny" are in for a treat as the characters step out from the screen and onto the stage for a night of stand-up comedy at Paramount Theatre, 30 Center St., Rutland. Headlined by Mark Forward, known for his…